Published 10/01 OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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1 ROUND BALERS Published 10/ WC OPERATOR'S MANUAL This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all times. READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the Safety and Operation Instructions contained in this manual before operating the equipment. MODEL 5600 & , SERIAL NUMBERS CURRENT 5690, SERIAL NUMBERS CURRENT Art s-way Manufacturing Co., Inc. Hwy 9 West - PO Box 288 Armstrong, IA U.S.A 1020 South Ave. (712)Sangamon M&W Gibson City, Illinois $ Alamo Group Inc.

2 BE SAFE! BE ALERT! BE ALIVE! BE TRAINED before operating the Mower! Safety Training Makes the Difference In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Group Ag Division, in cooperation with other industry manufacturers has developed the AEM/FEMA Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety Practices video and guide book. The video will familiarize and instruct mower-tractor operators in safe practices when using industrial and agricultural mowing equipment. It is important that Every Mower Operator be educated in the operation of their mowing equipment and be able to recognize the potential hazards that can occur while operating a mower. This video, along with the mower operator s manual and the warning messages on the mower, will significantly assist in this important education. Your Authorized Alamo Ag Dealer may have shown this video and presented you a DVD Video when you purchased your mower. If you or any mower operator have not seen this video, Watch the Video, Read this Operator s Manual, and Complete the Video Guidebook before operating your new mower. If you do not understand any of the instructions included in the video or operator s manual or if you have any questions concerning safety of operation, contact your supervisor, dealer or Alamo Group Ag. If you would like a VHS video tape of the video, please AEMVideo@alamo-group.com or Fax AEM VHS Video at (830) or mail in a completed copy of the form on the back of this page to AEM VHS Video 1502 E Walnut Street, Seguin, TX and request the VHS video version. Please include your name, mailing address, mower model and serial number. Every operator should be trained for each piece of equipment (Tractor and Mower), understand the intended use, and the potential hazards before operating the equipment.

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information... 2 Decal Location... 9 Introduction Safety and Accident Prevention Connecting to a Tractor Pre-season Preparation Hydraulics Pick-up Settings Twine Installation Net Wrap Installation Bale Compaction Setting Sensor Switch Adjustment Baler Wrapping Operation Overload Slip Clutches Chain Tensioning Adjustment Bale Bumper Installation Twine Starter Tension Adjustment Lubrication Storing the Baler Troubleshooting Baler Specifications Bolt Torque Instructions RIGHT AND LEFT IDENTIFICATION The reference to the right (RH) and left (LH) is identified by the operator standing at the rear of the baler, looking toward the front of the machine. THIS IS A SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL USED TO ALERT YOU TO POSSIBLE DANGER TO YOUR OR SOMEONE ELSE'S PERSONAL SAFETY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, BE ALERT TO THE ACCOMPANYING MESSAGES IN THIS MANUAL. 1

4 A safe and careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions. The first section of this manual includes a list of Safety Messages that, if followed, will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury or death. Read and understand these Safety Messages before assembling, operating or servicing this mower. This equipment should only be operated by those persons who have read the Manual, who are responsible and trained, and who know how to do so safely and responsibly. The Safety Alert Symbol combined with a Signal Word, as seen below, is used throughout this manual and on decals which are attached to the equipment. The Safety Alert Symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Symbol and Signal Word are intended to warn the owner/operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury faced when operating this equipment.. Practice all usual and customary safe working precautions and above all---remember safety is up to YOU. Only YOU can prevent serious injury or death from unsafe practices. CAUTION! The lowest level of Safety Message; warns of possible injury. Decals located on the Equipment with this Signal Word are Black and Yellow. Serious injury or possible death! Decals are Black and Orange. Imminent death/critical injury. Decals are Red and White. (SG-1) READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. Serious injury or death may occur unless care is taken to follow the warnings and instructions stated in the Safety Messages. Always use good common sense to avoid hazards. (SG-2) PELIGRO! Si no lee Ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que si lo lea para que le traduzca las medidas de seguridad. (SG-3) LEA EL INSTRUCTIVO! 2

5 Never operate the Tractor or Implement until you have read and completely understand this Manual, the Tractor Operator s Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the Tractor and Implement. Learn how to stop the tractor engine suddenly in an emergency. Never allow inexperienced or untrained personnel too operate the Tractor and Implement without supervision. Make sure the operator has fully read and understood the manuals prior to operation. (SG-4) Always maintain the safety decals in good readable condition. If the decals are missing, damaged, or unreadable, obtain and install replacement decals immediately. (SG-5) Make certain the Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) sign is installed in such a way as to be clearly visible and legible. When transporting the Equipment use the Tractor flashing warning lights. Before transporting the equipment on public roads make sure the Implement warning lights are connected, visible and working. Always follow all local traffic regulations. (SG-6a) Operate this Equipment only with a Tractor equipped with an approved roll-over-protective system (ROPS). Always wear seat belts. Serious injury or even death could result from falling off the tractor--particularly during a turnover when the operator could be pinned under the ROPS. (SG-7) Do not modify or alter this Implement. Do not permit anyone to modify or alter this Implement, any of its components or any Implement function. (SG-8) BEFORE leaving the tractor seat, always engage the brake and/or set the tractor transmission in parking gear, disengage the PTO, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Place the tractor shift lever into a low range or parking gear to prevent the tractor from rolling. Never dismount a Tractor that is moving or while the engine is running. Operate the Tractor controls from the tractor seat only. (SG-9) Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement. Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SG-10) Never allow children to operate or ride on the Tractor or Implement. (SGM-11) 3

6 Do not mount the Tractor while the tractor is moving. Mount the Tractor only when the Tractor and all moving parts are completely stopped. (SG-12) Start tractor only when properly seated in the Tractor seat. Starting a tractor in gear can result in injury or death. Read the Tractor operators manual for proper starting instructions. (SG-13) Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious injury or even death. (SG-14) Do not operate this Equipment with hydraulic oil leaking. Oil is expensive and its presence could present a hazard. Do not check for leaks with your hand! Use a piece of heavy paper or cardboard. Highpressure oil streams from breaks in the line could penetrate the skin and cause tissue damage including gangrene. If oil does penetrate the skin, have the injury treated immediately by a physician knowledgeable and skilled in this procedure. (SG-15) The operator and all support personnel should wear hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, and proper hearing protection at all times for protection from injury including injury from items thrown by the equipment. (SG-16) CAUTION! PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE PER- MANENT HEARING LOSS! Tractors with or without an Implement attached can often be noisy enough to cause permanent hearing loss. We recommend that you always wear hearing protection if the noise in the Operator s position exceeds 80db. Noise over 85db over an extended period of time will cause severe hearing loss. Noise over 90db adjacent to the Operator over an extended period of time will cause permanent or total hearing loss. Note: Hearing loss from loud noise [from tractors, chain saws, radios, and other such sources close to the ear] is cumulative over a lifetime without hope of natural recovery. (SG-I7) Never attempt to lubricate, adjust, or remove material from the Implement while it is in motion or while tractor engine is running. Make sure the tractor engine is off before working on the Implement. (SG-20) Periodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace when necessary with authorized service parts. Look for loose fasteners, worn or broken parts, and leaky or loose fittings. Make sure all pins have cotter pins and washers. Serious injury may occur from not maintaining this machine in good working order. (SG-21) 4

7 Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and highways. Make sure the Tractor steering and brakes are in good condition and operate properly. Before transporting the Tractor and Implement, determine the safe transport speeds for you and the equipment. Make sure you abide by the following rules: Test the tractor at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly. Apply the Brakes smoothly to determine the stopping characteristics of the Tractor and Implement. As you increase the speed of the Tractor the stopping distance increases. Determine the maximum safe transport speed for you and this Equipment. Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the speed through the turn only after you determine that it is safe to operate at a higher speed. Use extreme care and reduce your speed when turning sharply to prevent the tractor and implement from turning over. Determine the maximum safe turning speed for you and this equipment before operating on roads or uneven ground. Only transport the Tractor and Implement at the speeds that you have determined are safe and which allow you to properly control the equipment. Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Tractor with weak or faulty brakes. When operating down a hill or on wet or rain slick roads, the braking distance increases: use extreme care and reduce your speed. When operating in traffic always use the Tractor s flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be aware of traffic around you andwatch out for the other guy. (SG-19) Always read carefully and comply fully with the manufacturers instructions when handling oil, solvents, cleansers, and any other chemical agent. (SG-22) Never run the tractor engine in a closed building or without adequate ventilation. The exhaust fumes can be hazardous to your health. (SG-23) KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING ELEMENTS to prevent entanglement and possible serious injury or death. (SG-24) Never allow children to play on or around Tractor or Implement. Children can slip or fall off the Equipment and be injured or killed. Children can cause the Implement to shift or fall crushing themselves or others. (SG-25) 5

8 Do not exceed the rated PTO speed for the Implement. Excessive PTO speeds can cause Implement driveline or blade failures resulting in serious injury or death. (SG-26) NEVER use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating the Tractor and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator s alertness and coordination and therefore affect the operator s ability to operate the equipment safely. Before operating the Tractor or Implement, an operator on prescription or over-the-counter medication must consult a medical professional regarding any side effects of the medication that would hinder their ability to operate the Equipment safely. NEVER knowingly allow anyone to operate this equipment when their alertness or coordination is impaired. Serious injury or death to the operator or others could result if the operator is under the influnce of drugs or alcohol. (SG-27) Operate the Tractor and/or Implement controls only while properly seated in the Tractor seat with the seat belt securely fastened around you. Inadvertent movement of the Tractor or Implement may cause serious injury or death. (SG-29) There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of this Baler as in all power-driven or pulled equipment. REMEMBER! This machine is often operated in rough terrain conditions that include tall grass, weeds, gullies, holes, slopes, hidden obstructions and the like. Serious injury or even death may occur unless care is taken to assure the safety of the operator and bystanders in the area. Do not operate this machine with anyone in the immediate area. Stop baling if anyone comes within 25 feet of the equipment. (SBA-1) Operate the baler only in conditions where you have clear visibility, either in daylight or with adequate artificial lighting. Never bale in darkness or foggy conditions where you cannot clearly see at least 100 yards in front, to the sides, and to the rear of the Tractor and Baler. Make sure that you can clearly see and identify passersby, steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, debris and foreign objects. If you are unable to clearly see these types of items discontinue operation of the Baler. (SBA-2) All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but not limited to) - the Deflectors, Intake Guards, Steel Guards, Gearbox Shields, PTO Integral Shields, and Retractable Door Shields should be used and maintained in good working condition. All safety devices should be inspected carefully at least daily for missing or broken components. Missing, broken, or worn items must be replaced at once to reduce the possibility of injury or death from entanglement or being crushed. (SBA-3) Operate the Baler only at the speeds that allow you to safely operate and control the Tractor and Baler. Safe Baling speed depends on terrain condition and grass type, density, and height of wind row. Normal ground speed range is from 2 to 8 mph. Use slow speeds when operating on or near steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, or when debris or obstructions are to be avoided. (SBA-4) Never attempt to open the rear door of the Baler unless the Baler is properly attached to the Tractor drawbar. Opening the door when the Baler is not attached can result in the baler tipping to the rear which could cause serious injury or death. (SBA-5) 6

9 Never walk or work under the rear door unless it is securely locked in place. Make sure the door lock valve is switched to the lock position, locking the door lift cylinders before working under the rear door. Serious injury or death could result from being crushed by the door. (SBA-6) Never attempt to clear, dislodge or remove material from the intake area of the Baler while the Tractor engine is running. Make sure the Tractor engine is off and all rotating motion has completely stopped, and the parking brake is engaged before working on the Baler. (SBA-7) Only transport the Baler at speeds that are safe and which allow you to maintain control and safely stop the equipment. Do not tow the Baler at speeds in excess of 25 mph. (SBA-9) Do not put hands or feet under the Baler. Intake roller contact could cause serious hand or limb injury. Entanglement in the feed rollers could result in serious injury or even death. Stay away until all motion has stopped and the Baler is securely blocked up. (SBA-8) Make sure that no bystanders or animals are behind or in the area of the Tractor and Baler when backing up. The Baler is large and may block the vision of the operator when backing. Use extreme caution and care to make sure no person or structure is contacted while backing. Serious injury or death could result from being crushed by the Baler. (SBA-10) Make sure no bystanders or animals are behind or in the area of the Baler when ejecting the bale from the Baler. The ejected bale, which may weight up to 2,300 pounds, could roll out and crush a bystander or an animal resulting in serious injury or death. Use extreme caution and care to make sure no person or animal is in the area behind the Baler when ejecting a bale. (SBA-11) Make sure no bystanders or animals are behind or in the area of the Baler when opening the rear baler door. The opening door could crush a bystander or animal resulting in serious injury or death. Use extreme caution and care to make sure no person or animal is in the area behind the Baler when opening the door. (SBA-12) Use extreme care when ejecting a bale from the Baler on a sloping field. Make sure the bale does not roll down the slope after ejecting the bale. The bale rolling down the slope uncontrolled could crush a bystander or animal resulting in serious injury or death. Only eject the bale in an area where the bale will not roll when ejected from the Baler. (SBA-13) 7

10 Use extreme care when using a Tractor and Front end Loader to transport a bale. Make sure the area is clear of obstruction and power lines. -Use extreme care when transporting with a bale. Transport at a slow and safe speed. Your forward vision may be reduced by the size of the bale. -Never raise the loader unless you can clearly see all overhead structures. Make sure you stay well clear of all electrical lines. - Use long tines and make sure the bale is securely retained in the front end loader. Raise the loader only as high as necessary. Do not raise the loader and tilt the bucket back allowing the bale to roll backwards onto the tractor and crushing the operator. Serious injury or death could result from being crushed. (SBA-14) Stack the bales in a manner that will prevent them from rolling. Do not stack the bales on top of each other unless they are properly supported and secured to prevent them from accidently rolling or falling. Serious injury or death could result from being crushed by a rolling or falling bale. (SBA-15) Never attempt to change or insert the Baler twine or netting while the Tractor engine is running. Make sure the Tractor engine is off and all rotating motion has completely stopped before changing or replacing the baling twine and netting. Entanglement in the twine or netting rollers can result in serious injury and dismemberment. (SBA-16) Be particularly careful when transporting the Implement using the tractor. Turn curves or go up or down hills only at a low speed and at a gradual steering angle. Make certain that at least 20% of the tractor s weight is on the front wheels to maintain safe steerage. Slow down on rough or uneven surfaces. (STI-1) Never unhitch without using the Tongue Jack. The Tongue is very heavy. Attempting to lift the Tongue without using the Tongue Jack could cause strains or other injury. Allowing the tongue to fall suddenly and unexpectedly could result in crushing injury. Use the Tongue Jack for lifting the mower only. Overloading the Tongue Jack can cause failure with possible serious bodily injury or even death. (STI-4) Only tow the Implement behind a properly sized and equipped Tractor which exceeds the weight of the Implement by at least 20%. DO NOT tow the Implement behind a truck or other type of vehicle. Never tow the Implement and another Implement connected in tandem. Never tow the Implement at speeds over 20 MPH. (STI-6) In addition to the design and configuration of this Implement, including Safety Signs and Safety Equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the machine. Refer also to Safety Messages and operation instruction in each of the appropriate sections of the Tractor and Equipment Manuals. Pay close attention to the Safety Signs affixed to the Tractor and Equipment. (SG-18) PARTS INFORMATION M&W implement use matched system components for blades, hangers, rollers, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to M&W specifications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of will fit parts may reduce implements performance, void warranties, and present a safety hazard. Use genuine M&W mower parts for economy and safety. (SPMW-1) SEE YOUR M&W DEALER 8

11 DECAL LOCATION D

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13 DECAL LOCATION GUIDE These decals are installed on the baler for your safety. They must be visible at all times and kept in good condition. The owner of this machine assumes responsibility for maintaining these warning decals. If they become damaged or unreadable for any reason, replace immediately. A full set of replacement decals are available. Order part number for a Safety Decal Kit. For a complete Machine Decal Kit, order part number for Model 5600 or for Model You must include the model number and serial number of your baler when ordering. Individual Decals can be purchased. See Decal Page for Part Numbers. 11 R

14 DECAL LOCATION GUIDE ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION Safety Operation Decal Danger - Tailgate Decal IID Shield Decal (Inner Decal) IID Shield Decal (Outer Decal) Danger - Sharp Knife Door Safety Lock Valve Decal Decal, Warning Baler Upset Warning Hand Pinch Decal Pinch Point Decal Oil Leak Decal Caution Operating Decal 12 D103 1 PTO Speed Decal, 540 RPM Red Oblong Reflector Decal 14 5W118 1 Slow Moving Vehicle Decal Dog Clutch Decal Elevator Chain Adjustment Decal Double Twine Installation Instruction Decal Net Routing Decal Pick-up Crank Direction Decal Pick-up Height Position Decal Fill Line Decal Grease Decal, 10HRS Pick-up Pin Decal Oil Decal Twine Wrap Decal Decal, Oil Chain, 4 Hours Yr. Warranty Genuine Parts Decal Tractor Caution Decal Notice to Owner Model No Decal, RH Model No Decal, RH Model No Decal, LH Model No Decal, LH Large M & W Decal M&W Logo Decal, RH M&W Logo Decal, LH Front Stripe Decal Rear Stripe Decal Made in USA Driveline Spanish Translation Canister Manual C 2 Locknut Flatwasher Bolts WC 1 Manual For Canister Instruct Decal - Manual Operator's Inside R

15 INTRODUCTION The M&W Round Baler has been engineered and built for ease of operation and long service life. It is most important that you thoroughly understand the operation of the baler before use. Read through this manual completely, watching especially for safety symbols (See Illustration 1) which alert you to possible hazards. The word "NOTE" will alert you to special information such as specifications, techniques, reference information and other supplementary information. The word "IMPORTANT" is used to point out a note which is of an immediate and urgent nature. Illustration 1- Safety Symbol It is the user's responsibility to read the operator's manual and comply with all instructions pertaining to operation and maintenance. It is also the user's responsibility to inspect the machine at regular intervals and repair or replace worn or damaged parts when continued use would cause damage or excessive wear to other parts. Delivery of the machine to the M&W dealer for repairs under the warranty is also the user's responsibility. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes, specifications or improvements without incurring obligations to add them to balers sold before the changes. When Ordering parts for your baler, please specify the part number and the name of the part as shown in the parts section on pages 16 to 45. Please include the serial number of the of the baler, which is located on the front of the crossbeam, in all correspondence when referring to the baler. Record the serial number and purchase date here for future reference. Serial No. Model Purchase Date SAFETY & ACCIDENT PREVENTION 1. Read and understand this manual and use in accordance with instructions. 2. Keep the slow moving vehicle emblem, reflectors and decals clean and visible. Replace if they are damaged or unreadable. 3 Always tow the baler at speeds less than 25 MPH. 4 Always switch the tractor engine off when working on the machine. 5 Always keep safety guards in place during operation accordance with instructions. 6. Always connect the safety chain of the Implement Input Drive Line (IID) guard to prevent it from turning. 7 Baler must be hitched to tractor whenever rear door of baler is opened. 8. Always close the door safety lock valve before standing under the rear door or if access into the bale chamber is required. 9. ATTENTION! Blockages in the inlet area must be removed WITH THE TRACTOR ENGINE SWITCHED OFF! (See troubleshooting section.) Stay clear of baler when in operation! 10. Avoid entering the area behind the baler when the bale is ejected. Be sure that no one is positioned behind baler when ejecting bale. 11 On sloping fields, round bales must be deposited and secured so they cannot roll downhill. 12 When transporting bales with a front loader: a. Be sure that the area is clear of obstructions. b. Use long tines. c. Raise the loader only as high as necessary. 13. Stack the bales so that they cannot roll off or tilt. 14. Never smoke or use an open flame in proximity to the baler. Dry hay poses a potential fire hazard, which could cause serious injury or death. Damaged or worn bearings may be a potential ignition source when in close proximity to dry hay. Always perform routine maintenance, lubrication, and frequently inspect bearings to prevent a fire hazard. Carry a fire extinguisher where it can be reached easily when baling or performing maintenance. Do not use a tractor with and under frame exhaust for baling. 13 R

16 CONNECTING TO A TRACTOR 1. Connect the machine to the tractor drawbar so that the lower edge of the frame is level. A level can be placed on top of the front frame cross beam to check the levelness of the baler. If necessary, adjust the angle of the tongue (See Illustration 2). With the jack supporting the baler, loosen the four side bolts on the tongue. Turn the top adjusting bolts clockwise to lower the tongue or counter clockwise to raise it. Turn these bolts the same amount to keep the bolts from binding. Tighten the 4 side bolts after the baler is level. Illustration 2 2. Raise the tongue jack to the lowest hole setting and wind the jack pad as high as possible to keep the jack out of the windrow. 3. Connect the hydraulic hoses. 4. Adjust the drawbar so the center of the hitch pin holes is 14" (540 RPM) or 16" (1000 RPM) behind the end of the PTO shaft ( according to ASAE Specifications). Connect the IID shaft to the tractor PTO shaft (See Illustration 3). NOTE: The IID shaft will get shorter as the tractor turns! Connecting To The Tractor: Clean PTO Shaft. Depress slide collar and slide onto PTO shaft. Release slide collar and pull or push coupling to seat lock. Check swivel range. Illustration 3 CAUTION! Keep the PTO shaft guard(s) in place. Never operate without the IID shaft guard in place! 14

17 5. Install the control panel on the tractor where it is easily seen and can be reached by the operator. Connect the red wire(+) from the panel to the tractor's 12 volt battery (See Illustration 4). Connect the black wire (-) to ground, such as the negative battery terminal on the tractor frame. NOTE: Position the on/off switch to the off position before attaching wires to the battery. Connect to 12 volt DC only. LH Latch Light Black Wire (Ground) Red Wire (Power) Black Wire (Ground) On-Off Switch Red Wire (Power) Electic Twine Start Button RH Latch Light 5600 Controller - Illustration Controller - Illustration 4A Route the wiring harness to the tractor. Plug into the control panel. Secure the wiring harness with beaded ties to the hydraulic lines. If the tractor is disconnected from the baler later, simply disconnect the harness at the control panel. PRE-SEASON PREPARATION 1. Check that all lubrication points have been greased or oiled (See Lubrication Instructions). 2. Check and retighten all nuts and bolts. 3. After following instructions on connecting the baler to a tractor, start the baler and run for a few minutes at 2/3 to 3/4 full PTO speed. Check the baler once again after this test run. Tighten all nuts and bolts, if necessary, and check the tension of all chains. 4. Open and close the rear door. Check that oil lines and fittings are not leaking. The elevator chain can be lubricated by closing and opening the rear door and advancing chain. HYDRAULICS The baler is equipped with two hoses which connect to the tractor and two 2-way cylinders for opening and closing the rear door (See Illustration 5). The rear door cylinders have a "safety lock valve" installed between them and the tractor for locking the door open or closed. Both cylinders are locked by this "Safety Lock Valve". Hydraulic Cylinders Always close this valve when the door is open and servicing under the door or inside the bale chamber. This valve must be in the unlocked position to open or close the door. Connect to Tractor Locked Position Safety Valve Lock Unlocked Position Illustration 5 15

18 PICK-UP SETTINGS Never adjust pick-up height while tractor is running. Stop engine and set parking brake. The pick-up is raised by a one-way hydraulic cylinder (See Illustration 6). The crank adjusts the lower height stop for the pick-up. The stop limits how far the pick-up can be lowered. Turn the crank counter clockwise to lower the stop and clockwise to raise it, as shown by the decal above the crank. The decal below the height rod labels several height positions for the pick-up. This rod moves as the crank turns. The crank can be used to raise and lower the pick-up when the hydraulics are in the "float" position. When the cylinder is not connected to the tractor, the crank can only raise the pick-up. To lower the pick-up, first turn the crank counterclockwise until the pick-up height rod is in the A to E range. The pick-up can now be raised or lowered hydraulically. The pick-up has two lift assist springs, one on each side to help carry its weight. Adjust the springs so that the pickup can be lifted by hand in the operating position. First, raise the pick-up. Start with the pin in the second hole from the end of the strap. If the pick-up is too heavy, move the pin to the third hole, if too light, move the pin to the first hole. When leaving the field, always completely raise the pick-up. In the transport position, the pick-up should be firmly underneath the frame and out of the way of obstacles. If not, shorten the cables on both sides of the pick-up. Illustration 6 TWINE INSTALLATION 1. Place the balls of twine in the twine box in an upright position (See Illustration 7). Slide the rubber strap back against the balls to prevent them from tipping over. Route the twine through the twine guides and tie the balls together as shown in illustration 7. Make knots small enough to pass through the twine guides. Never install twine when tractor is running. Stop engine and set parking brakes. 16 Illustration 7

19 2. For the left three balls, run the twine towards the left of the baler using the rear series of guide holes, and the front series of guide holes for the right balls. Pull the twine tensioner plates apart and put the twine through the tensioner and the two holes in the twine box floor. Next route the twine through the twine guide below the twine box floor inside the left side wall before routing to the step pulley at the right. CAUTION! Knife blades are very sharp. Use caution when working near twine cut-off knives. 3. Wrap the right and left twines around the two grooves of one of the pulley steps 180 o counterclockwise (the twine will come off the bottom of the pulley). Each pulley step represents a different twine spacing on the bale. Using the large pulley step will result in a close spacing between the twine wraps (maximum amount of twine on the bale) excellent for baling short material like wheat stubble. Using the smallest pulley step will result in the widest spacing between the twin wraps (minimum amount of twine on the bale) suitable for baling long material. NOTE: Each twine must be in separate grooves, but in the same step. (See Illustration 8). 4. Run the right and left twines through the bushings on the twine starter and then between the two rollers and out the twine tubes at the rear of the rollers. (See Illustration 8). The twine pick-ups should be placed in line with the twine cut off knives for their initial starting position. They must move in toward the starters when the step pulley is turned counterclockwise. They can easily be checked and set by manually turning the step pulley counterclockwise. 5. The distance of the twine from the bale edges can be adjusted by means of the twine limiters. (See Illustration 8). To adjust the twine closer to the outside of the bale, loosen the hardware and move the limiters towards the sides of the baler. Retighten hardware. Illustration 8 17

20 NET WRAP INSTALLATION (Model 5690) Never install netting while tractor engine is running. Stop engine and set parking brake. 1. Compare the netting roll core length to the dimension on the specifications page. If it is longer, cut to the proper length. If only netting or plastic is to be used an extra roll can be stored in the twine box. First remove any ball of twine. Take out the twine dividers, except for the two outer ones. Store them on the bottom of the twine box floor. Move the rubber strap forward. Place the roll in the twine box and move the strap back to help hold the roll in place. 2. To install a roll of netting, move the roll latch arm handle to the right and rotate the roll mounting tube out (See Illustration 9). Pull the roll latch, spacer washer and a roll end stop off the tube. Place a roll of netting over the tube. Make sure that the netting comes off the roll on the bottom, towards the rear. Put the left end over the left end stop. Put the other end stop inside the right end of the roll. Replace the latch arm and spacer washer as needed. Move the roll latch arm handle to the right and rotate the roll mounting tube in. Release the handle to secure the tube. Pull on the roll to verify that the tube is locked in position. For a more detailed drawing, see the Wrap Roll Mounting System section in the Parts Listing Section. 3. Check the range of movement of the roll latch arm handle. It should be nearly centered in the available movement it had when no roll was installed. If it isn't the position of the end stops has to be changed. On each end of the tube are square keys which act as stops to the roll end stops. The end stops have 4 inner notches with different depths. The keys extend a different amount into each notch, thereby changing the spacing of the end stops. Rotate the mounting tube out. Rotate one end stop at a time, 90 o, to control the position of the end stops on the tube. Use of three spacer washers may be necessary. Illustration 9 CAUTION! Knife blades are very sharp. Use caution when working near twine cut-off knives and net wrapping cut-off knives. Illustration 10 18

21 BALE COMPACTION SETTING The bale compaction is controlled by spring tension holding the rear door latches locked (See Illustration 11). This spring tension is easily changed by positioning the compaction control levers in one of five different hole locations. Use the top hole for lightly compacted bale and bottom hole for heavily compacted bale. CAUTION! Lever is under spring tension. Never adjust with door open. NOTE: The levers on each side of the baler must be positioned in the same location. If more or less spring tension is required, adjust the spring mount bolt. Adjust both sides the same amount. Normal spring length should be 19-5/8" from the spring bottom to the spring end plug with the adjusting lever in the center position. A more accurate check of the spring tension can be made using a torque wrench. Place the torque wrench in the square hole on the end of the lever (See Illustration 12). With the lever bolt unlatched and even with the center hole, the torque wrench should read 50 FT-LB (keep wrench approximately parallel to the lever). Adjust the spring length if required. Illustration 11 Illustration 12 All crops will not compact the same. Light, dry, crops can be compacted more than heavy, moist crops. You will have to match the tension setting to your crop and desired compaction. Start with the compaction control levels in the top holes for the first bale, then move them down one hole at a time until you have a bale with the desired compaction. After the compaction of the bale reaches the tension setting of the compaction control levers, a rear door latch will start to rise, activating a sensor switch and turning an indicator light on, indicating that the bale is formed. There is a sensor switch on both sides of the baler and two lights in the control panel. When the right sensor switch is activated, it will turn on the right control panel light. These lights indicate which side of the bale is compacted more or less than the other side. SENSOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT The sensor switch should turn the lights on after the door latch bar rises 1/8" to 3/16" above the latch roller (See Illustration 13). If not, adjust the switch by moving the compaction levers all the way up past their adjusting holes. This will remove the spring tension on the latch bar. Insert a 1/8" allen wrench through the opening just above the latch roller (See Illustration). Center the wrench on top of the latch roller then pinch the wrench in position by moving the compaction lever to its center hole position. Loosen the 2 sensor switch mounting bolts and slide the switch back against the latch bar until the light goes out. Slowly slide the switch back away from the latch bar until the light comes back on. Tighten the 2 mounting bolts at this position, making sure the switch does not move when tightening bolts. Remove the allen wrench and recheck the setting by raising the latch bar manually above the switch. NOTE: The 1/8" to 3/16" setting is when the light comes on, not when it goes out. Set the switch on each side the same. 19 Illustration 13 1/8" Allen Wrench

22 OPERATION 1. The pick-up should be positioned next to the ground so it will pick up all the crop, DO NOT operate the baler if the tines are running in the ground. Adjust the gauge wheels just above the ground when the pick-up is set at the proper operating height. CAUTION! Incorrectly adjusted pick-up may throw rocks & debris toward operator causing injury. Do not set too low. 2. Switch on the controller. If using a 5690 Baler also set the material selector to twine, or the number of wraps when using netting. Using the tractor hydraulics, close the rear door until the latch bars lock the rear door closed and the indicator lights go out. 3. Engage the PTO and bring the baler up to full PTO RPM. 4. Position the tractor over the windrow centrally. The windrow should be straight, consistent and not too thick. The ideal windrow width is the same as the bale width. If the windrow is too wide, the bale will be forced against the side of the chamber and will be difficult to eject. 5. In the case of a narrow windrow, it is advisable to weave the tractor from side-to-side (See Illustration 14). This will ensure that the bale has the same amount of hay on both ends and is evenly compacted. Do not drive in a zig-zag, but drive on one side for a distance, then change to the other side for the next distance. Do not spend a lot of time with the windrow in the center or the bale will have a tight center and loose ends. Illustration Start moving slowly at full RPM until the crop has started rolling inside the baler. Then increase ground speed. Forward speed will be determined by crop conditions and the size of the windrow. The norm is 5 MPH, when conditions permit, with a range of 3 to 8 MPH. 7. Continue baling until a rear door latch activates an indicator light signaling that the bale is formed. When one light stays on for at least a few seconds ( right or left ), that side is full. Move over to the other side and put more crop into it until that light comes on. Continue this procedure until the lights on both sides stay on. You are now ready for the wrapping operation BALER WRAPPING OPERATION Push the electric twine start button for approximately 3/4 second. Do not hold the button in too long or the twine pickups will go past the twine and will have to go one complete round before it will pick the twine up and wind it across the bale. The twine will fall into the windrow and will be carried into the baling chamber with the windrow. Once the twine is caught by the rotating bale, stop the forward motion of the tractor. Do not disengage the PTO or throttle down. After the twine pick-ups have moved in toward the twine starters and picked up the twine, they will wind the twine across the bale. The twine will start at the center of the bale, wrap toward both edges and back to the center, where the knives will automatically cut the twine. The wrapping mechanism is then ready for the next bale. NOTE: The knife blades are replaceable. If blades become dull, remove the screws securing each blade and replace with new blades. 20

23 5690 Controller functions: (See Illustration 15) Left hand full chamber light. 2. Manual cutter knife switch. 3. Bale counter. 4. Manual wrap switch 5. Right hand full chamber light. 6. On/Off switch. 7. Power light. 8. Wrap light. 9. Wrap material selector switch. 9 8 Illustration BALER WRAPPING OPERATION Net Wrapping - Continue to fill the baler until the indicator lights on both sides glow. The wrap cycle must be started manually by pressing the WRAP button. The baler should be centered over the windrow when the wrapping process begins. When the WRAP button is depressed the feed clutch will engage advancing the wrapping material into the windrow. The wrapping material is carried into the bale chamber with the windrow. When the wrapping material is started into the windrow and enters the bale chamber, stop the tractor's forward motion. When the pre-selected number of wraps have occurred, the cut-off clutch will engage, rotating the cut-off knife into the wrapping material automatically. The controller also has an audio beeper which will sound each time a full chamber light comes on or the cut clutch is engaged. The cut clutch beeper will only sound in the net mode. When wrapping with netting it is possible to cut the netting by depressing the cut switch. To determine the desired number of wraps merely look for the crossbars with reflective tape once the netting has begun to feed into the baler. Each bar with reflective tape will represent approximately one wrap of netting on the bale. Twine Wrapping - Continue to fill the baler until the indicator lights on both sides glow. The twine wrap cycle must be started manually by pressing the WRAP button. The baler should be centered over the windrow when the wrapping process begins. When the WRAP button is depressed the twine starter will engage, advancing the twine into the windrow. The windrow will carry the twine into the bale chamber. When the twine has entered the bale chamber stop the forward motion of the tractor. The twine hook guides the twine across the bale and automatically cuts when wrapping is complete. Twine Limiter Adjustment - Adjustment to the twine limiters can be made at the RH and LH bottom corners of the chain beam. This will allow you to adjust the limits of the twine wrap on the bale. The bales may not roll clear of the door. If so, reverse for approximately 10 feet while the bale is being wrapped. Discharge the bale after wrapping is completed. IMPORTANT: OPEN THE DOOR ALL THE WAY. The elevator chain is automatically disengaged when the door is opened. CAUTION! Rear door damage may result if these instruction are not followed. NOTE: Before closing the door, drive forward so that the door does not touch the discharged bale. Close the door until the indicator lights go out. The process is now complete and ready to start a new bale. 21

24 OVERLOAD SLIP CLUTCHES The baler is equipped with an overload friction plate slip clutch. 1. The overload slip clutch on the lld shaft will slip if the baler is filled too full or the bale is too tight. When this happens, disengage the PTO immediately. To restart the baler, slow the engine RPM, then engage the PTO slowly. If the clutch slips enough to start smoking, two to five minutes may be needed for clutch to cool before engaging the PTO. CHAIN TENSIONING ADJUSTMENT 1. Elevator Chain - The elevator chain rear sprockets are spring tensioned to keep the chain tight. These springs (one on each side of baler) are to be measured only when the baler door is closed adjustment may require that the door be opened a little, then close again to re-measure spring length. (See Illustration 16). THE BALER MUST BE EMPTY! Illustration Roller Drive Chain - The roller drive chain tension is created by a spring loaded idler sprocket (See Illustration 17). Set spring length from 2-1/8" to 2-3/8" by adjusting the two 1/2-13 hex nuts at the base of the compression spring. Illustration Pick-Up Drive Chain - A leaf spring (See Illustration 17) tensions the chain. To adjust the tension, tighten or loosen the locknut at the rear of the leaf spring tensioner. If further tension is needed, loosen the adjusting hex bolts on the pickup mount. Reposition to desired tension and retighten fasteners. NOTE: Both sides of the pick-up must be adjusted the same amount to keep chain sprockets in line with each other. (See Illustration 18). Illustration Elevator Drive Chain - The middle sprocket on the chain is spring tensioned. This tension is by a torsion spring on idler arm and has no adjustment. (Not Illustrated). 22

25 /2" Spring Length (May need to increase Spring length for light bales) 1-1/4" from Rod to Rubber Cushion (Increase if Ramp is too high to open Baler Rear Door Illustration 19 1 BALE BUMPER INSTALLATION 1. Prop up outer end of bale ramp (Item 1) before removing shipping wire which holds ramp up against rear of baler. 2. Hold bale ramp up and pry spring rod (Item 2) down to insert into hole in center of trunnion (Item 3). NOTE: If ramp comes against rear of baler before raising high enough to insert spring rod into trunnions, lower the ramp and open baler rear door to give room to raise ramp high enough. Be sure to lock hydraulic "Safety Lock Valve" before working under baler rear door. 3. After inserting spring rods into trunnion at both left and right sides, install 3/4-10 hex flange locknuts (Item 4) shipped in baler twine box on end of spring rods. Thread nuts securely against trunnions. 4. Open or close door slowly to check for clearance to ramp. No part of baler rear door including elevator bar bearings should come closer than 1" to bale ramp. If the clearance is less than 1" adjust flange nuts (Item 5) at rear end of spring rod clockwise. 5. If nuts (Item 5) at rear of spring rods are adjusted in step 4 above, the spring (Item 6) length may need to be adjusted to maintain 11-1/2" (See Illustration). 6. When adjusting spring (Item 6) length, loosen front jam nut (Item 7) and turn nut next to Item 7 counter clockwise to lengthen spring or clockwise to shorten spring. Rejam nuts to lock in place. 23

26 TWINE STARTER TENSION ADJUSTMENT 1. The twine starter idler roller is spring tensioned against the starter feed roller (See Illustration 20). Increase the spring tension if the string slips in the rollers. Decrease the spring tension if the string is being cut by the rollers. Feed Roller Idler Roller Illustration 20 Use this hole to decrease tension Use this hole to increase tension 2. To change the spring tension, note the position of the spring end and reposition the spring end in a different hole in the arm as shown. Illustration 21 LUBRICATION Illustration All Roller Chains- Lubricate daily with light oil (30w oil). For longer service life, lubricate at the end of each day. The oil will penetrate into the rollers when the chain is still warm. Fill the chain oiler reservoirs as needed with light motor oil. 2. Gearbox - Remove the hand hole cover (held by 2 bolts) on the rear of the front crossbeam cover (See Illustration 21). Check that the oil level is up to the plug hole in the middle of the back of the gearbox. Change the oil after the first 500 bales or at the end of the first season, whichever comes first. Then, change the oil after every 2,000 bales or every 2 years, whichever comes first. Fill with approximately 1-1/2 quarts of SAE 90 oil, up to the level of the plug. On 5600 balers with Serial #14939 and after or 5690 balers with Serial #12012 and after, the gearbox top filler plug has a oil lever stick. This should be used to check oil level. Operating level should be kept between grooves on level stick. Fill these boxes with approximately 1-3/4 quarts of SAE 90 EP oil. 3. Dog Clutch - (Elevator chain disengage clutch). Grease every 10 hours of operation. Grease only when rear door is open (See Illustration 22). 24